Summary

Dr. John Balintona specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, bringing three decades of experience to women's healthcare. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in Bethesda. Dr. Balintona speaks English and has dedicated his career to supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and gynecological care.

Dr. Balintona practices at multiple Essentia Health locations in Detroit Lakes, Park Rapids, and Fosston, Minnesota, and maintains affiliations with Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services. He provides comprehensive care for pregnancy and addresses concerns like depression during pregnancy and bleeding complications. His expertise includes performing blood tests, fetal ultrasounds, and pelvic ultrasounds to monitor both maternal and fetal health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Balintona 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Awards

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Office Locations

John Balintona has 3 locations

Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic

1027 Washington AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Essentia Health-Park Rapids Clinic

705 Pleasant Ave SPark Rapids, MN 56470
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Essentia Health-Fosston Clinic

900 Hilligoss Blvd SeFosston, MN 56542
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Obstetrics & GynecologyNurse PractitionerObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
30 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Detroit Lakes , MNOgema , MNDetroit Lakes , MNDetroit Lakes , MN
Med School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Balintona

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

John Balintona has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John Balintona has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

John Balintona holds an expired medical license in the states of North Dakota and Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda in 1996 and USUHS F E HEBERT SCH OF MEDICINE in 1996.

NPI Number

John Balintona's NPI number is 1104813583.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is John Balintona's office located?
John Balintona's office is located at 1027 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, 56501.
Which hospitals is John Balintona affiliated with?
John Balintona is affiliated with Rehoboth Mckinley Christian Health Care Services.
How can I make an appointment with John Balintona?
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Does John Balintona accept my insurance?
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Is John Balintona accepting new patients?
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